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Leaders
03-03-2025
- Leaders
Farasan Islanders Highlight Unique Traditions during Ramadan
Saudis in the Farasan Islands boast distinctive Ramadan traditions, offering an exceptional blend between faith and maritime charm, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Over decades, Farasan women used to prepare their homes ahead of Ramadan by painting walls to display intricate engravings and plasterwork. Meanwhile, they used to lay smooth pebbles on courtyards to provide a maritime-inspired touch. Amnah Aqili, a Farasan woman, has mentioned several traditions in the island such as the renewal of wooden bed frames, the polishing of utensils, the preparation of spices, as well as the weaving of doum palm frond carpets. Farasan Islanders Highlight Unique Traditions during Ramadan With the arrival of Ramadan, Aqili stated that the air is usually filled with the scent of mastic from clay water jugs and the sweet aroma of coffee from traditional pots. Interestingly, the community maintains another cherished tradition, the exchange of Ramadan dishes among neighbors. Abkar Al-Mashrai'I mentioned that islanders used to rely on news from Jazan to start Ramadan over 70 years ago. The alleys witnessed nightly recitations of the Qur'an by the glow of lanterns while the muezzin's melodic call used to announce sahoor, according to Al-Mashrai'i. Currently, the Farasan community continues to celebrate Ramadan through acts of worship, compassion, and the exchange of gifts. Related Topics: Saudi TGA Inaugurates 1st Public Bus Line in Farasan Island Farasan Islands Attract Visitors during Summer Farasan Islands to Host Third Annual Poetry Symposium Short link : Post Views: 5
Arab News
02-03-2025
- General
- Arab News
A tapestry of traditions: Farasan Islanders embrace spirit of holy month
RIYADH: Steeped in history, the Farasan Islands have long embraced unique Ramadan traditions, welcoming the holy month with a blend of faith and maritime charm. Farasan women used to prepare their homes by painting walls to highlight intricate engravings and plasterwork, while laying smooth pebbles on courtyards to add a maritime-inspired touch. Amnah Aqili spoke to the Saudi Press Agency about these preparations, recalling the renewal of wooden bed frames, the polishing of utensils, the preparation of spices, and the weaving of doum palm frond carpets. Aqili noted that with the arrival of Ramadan, the air would be filled with the scent of mastic from clay water jugs and the sweet aroma of coffee from traditional pots. The exchange of Ramadan dishes among neighbors was another cherished tradition in the community. • The exchange of Ramadan dishes among neighbors is a cherished tradition in the Farasan community. • The community continues to honor the spirit of Ramadan through acts of worship, compassion, and the exchange of gifts, strengthening both spiritual and social bonds. Abkar Al-Mashrai'i recalled a time over 70 years ago when the islanders would rely on news from Jazan to begin Ramadan. Nightly recitations of the Qur'an by the glow of lanterns would echo through the alleys, and the muezzin's melodic call would announce sahoor. Children and young men filled the evenings with traditional games, Al-Mashrai'i added. The Farasan community continues to honor the spirit of Ramadan through acts of worship, compassion, and the exchange of gifts, strengthening both spiritual and social bonds.
